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Describe the characteristics of aztec religion and then explain the role religion played in aztec society. support your answer with evidence from the course

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The religion of the Aztecs was highly polytheistic, which means that they worshiped different gods, each of their gods was known for their handling of some factor in society.

For example, Quetzalcóatl who was the God of creation.

A very important characteristic of the Aztec religion consisted of the performance of sacrifices and human offerings.

Explanation:

The most important practices of the Aztec religion in their society were:

- Human sacrifice: This was mainly to celebrate Huitzilopochtli (God of fertility and son of heaven) or also to please Teteoinnan (Goddess of medicine and childbirth). It also helped instill fear in the enemies of the Aztecs.

- The festivities: Each related to one of their deities and each of these events was specified in their calendars.

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